In this episode of Whose Power? Abigail Harrison Moore is joined by co-hosts Tae and Rahesa - two inspiring youth mentors from the Preservative Party - for a powerful conversation with Whose Power? podcast producer Christine Garrington. Together, they explore how participatory research, and the medium of podcasting, can share and amplify the voices of young people.

Christine shares her reflections on the role of podcasting in storytelling and connection, while Tae and Rahesa speak candidly about their personal journeys, the importance of being heard, and the transformative power of safe, collaborative spaces. At the heart of the episode is a celebration of trust, authenticity, and the impact of making space for real voices in research and beyond.

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This is a Research Podcasts production.

Presenters:  Abigail Harrison Moore, University of Leeds, Tae and Rahesa, Preservative Party

Guests: Chris Garrington, Research Podcasts

Producer: Chris Garrington, Research Podcasts

Studio and sound: Helix, University of Leeds and Krissie Brighty-Glover, Research Podcasts

Music: Aura, by Tae, Preservative Party

Artwork and graphics: Preservative Party with Krissie Brighty-Glover, Research Podcasts

Photography: Andrew Lord

Funding: Research England Participatory Research Fund 2024-25